HA-THI
HANISHA T. BENNA BHAKTULA [2020, Master of Design – Interior Architecture]
Based in Franklin, MA
HA.THI is a fashion brand that was founded on the principles of adaptive reuse architecture, with a focus on sustainability and repurposing existing materials. The brand’s founder, Hanisha Thirth, was inspired to create HA.THI after encountering landfills in rural areas of Southeast Asia filled with discarded fabric rolls from local weaving communities and small manufacturers. Thirth, with her background in adaptive reuse architecture, saw the potential in these leftover fabric rolls and transformed them into beautiful and meaningful products.
As a brand, HA.THI is dedicated to thriving within the world of repair and reuse. With a strong commitment to sustainability, HA.THI sources its materials from dead stock fabric that would otherwise end up in landfills. By rescuing these fabrics and giving them a new lease on life, HA.THI is actively contributing to reducing textile waste and minimizing its environmental impact.
At the core of HA.THI’s ethos is the belief in punarjanm, or rebirth. By giving these fabrics a second chance, HA.THI is building a community that is dedicated to healing Mother Earth. By repurposing and reusing materials, HA.THI aims to minimize waste, reduce pollution, and contribute to a more sustainable and regenerative fashion industry.
